Cookbook:Nigerian Cauliflower Fufu

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Nigerian cauliflower fufu is swallow made with cauliflower, which is rich in fibre. Cauliflower fufu is similar to pounded yam, just like eggplant fufu is similar to amala.

• 6 florets cauliflower
• 3 tablespoons palm oil (optional)
• ½ teaspoon psyllium husk

• Knife
• Sieve cloth/chiffon cloth
• Blender

1. Cut cauliflower into small pieces, and blend with a blender to give a purée.
2. Strain the cauliflower mixture through a cloth, retaining the solids.
3. Squeeze the sieve cloth to drain more water until relatively dry and a dough is formed.
4. Transfer the dough to a saucepan over medium heat, and stir in the psyllium husk.
5. Stir and mold to form a paste, and shape into portions.

• Psyllium husk makes the cauliflower fufu moldable.